Political Pawns—The Real Equality Problem Girls Face
A gender-equal society would be one where the word ‘gender’ does not exist: where everyone can be themselves.
Gloria Steinem
To be a girl today is still paved with obstacles due to gender differences. Girls are not always valued for their thoughts and ideas.
While in politics we mostly hear about job and wage inequality, the problems of gender discrimination go much deeper than that. They involve the unwillingness to treat women and young girls with respect.
It starts when girls are very young and follows them throughout their lives. How girls are treated in school and at home by their teachers and parents is a huge part of where they will wind up and their outlook on life.
For example, if a young woman wants to succeed in math, science, public policy or a variety of male dominated careers they still have an uphill challenge. They especially Political Pawns—The Real Equality Problem Girls Face:
